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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Italy to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better comprehend these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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